Hiking in Joshua Tree, California

Historical Conditions Overview

100
Max Epic Score · Oct

69.0°F

Avg Temperature

10.7 mph

Avg Wind Speed

0.0"

Avg Precipitation

Oct

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Sep

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100

Oct

Nov

Dec

LEGENDARY 90+

EPIC 75–89

SOLID 60–74

DECENT 40–59

POOR 0–39

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About This Destination

About Joshua Tree for Hiking

Joshua Tree, California is a destination for hiking. It offers conditions suited to a range of experience levels.

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Pro Tips

Insider Knowledge for Joshua Tree

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Check local conditions before your trip.
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Book accommodation well in advance during peak season.
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Consider hiring a local guide for your first visit.
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Pack gear appropriate for the season.
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Respect local rules and environment.

Experience Level Guide

Who Should Visit?

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Beginner

Beginners will find manageable conditions with proper instruction.

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Intermediate

Intermediate practitioners will enjoy the varied conditions.

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Advanced

Advanced athletes will find plenty of challenge and reward.

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Expert

NOT RECOMMENDED

Experts will appreciate the technical demands and pristine conditions.

Month-by-Month Breakdown

Best Time to Visit

Month	Epic Score	Avg Temp	Avg Wind	Precip	Rating
January	91	49.0°F	9.9 mph	0.06"	🔥
February	95	53.8°F	11.5 mph	0.06"	🔥
March	96	53.0°F	12.1 mph	0.07"	🔥
April	97	57.7°F	12.3 mph	0.0"	🔥
May	85	77.8°F	12.1 mph	0.0"	⚡
June	65	83.5°F	11.4 mph	0.0"	✅
July	61	87.9°F	10.5 mph	0.0"	✅
August	61	89.6°F	10.1 mph	0.04"	✅
September	85	83.7°F	10.1 mph	0.06"	⚡
October ★ Best	100	75.6°F	9.9 mph	0.01"	🔥
November	97	64.9°F	9.7 mph	0.0"	🔥
December	96	52.0°F	8.5 mph	0.05"	🔥

Based on 10-year historical averages. Scores calculated for intermediate level.

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